CUSTOM ORTHOTICS/SHOES FAQ AND GLOSSARY

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1 CUSTOM ORTHOTICS/SHOES FAQ AND GLOSSARY What is GSC s new orthotics and orthopedic shoe policy? Only certain health professionals can prescribe and provide you with custom orthotics, orthopedic shoes, or custom shoes GSC now requires additional, specific information to support your claim for custom orthotics, orthopedic shoes, or custom shoes We will not accept orthotics claims for children under age five, except for specific medical conditions When is the new policy effective? On January 1, Claims submitted with service dates prior to January 1 will be processed under our current administrative guidelines. Why the change? Orthotics and orthopedic shoe benefits are meant to provide coverage only for plan members diagnosed with specific medical conditions that affect their feet and who require specialized footwear to treat their condition and to assist with mobility We want to ensure that orthotics and orthopedic shoe claims are reimbursed only when they are truly medically necessary GSC constantly reviews our claims adjudication policies to ensure we are following industry best practice guidelines. The prescribers and providers considered eligible under our new policy are licensed and governed by provincial and/or federal regulatory bodies. This means that they are subject to codes of conduct, meet minimum educational and continuing education standards, and are bound by standards of practice

2 What do I need to do? This chart outlines the basic steps you need to follow to ensure your orthotics or orthopedic shoes are eligible under your plan. BEFORE BUYING ORTHOTICS ORTHOPEDIC SHOES CUSTOM SHOES You ll need a prescription from an eligible medical professional showing the medical diagnosis that requires the custom orthotic/shoes included on the prescription Get a prescription from an authorized prescriber: Physician Podiatrist Chiropodist Nurse Practitioner Claims for children under the age of five are ineligible Get an approved pre-authorization form (available on the GSC website at greenshield.ca>what you need>forms) WHEN BUYING You must go to an authorized provider to purchase your custom orthotics/shoes: Podiatrist Chiropodist Pedorthist Orthotist Chiropractor Get a biomechanical examination or gait analysis. WHEN SUBMITTING YOUR CLAIM INCLUDE A completed General Claim Submission Form A completed preauthorization form An itemized receipt showing the date of pick up and that the payment was made in full The receipt must include the make and model of the orthopedic shoe A description of the casting technique used to create the orthotic A copy of the biomechanical examination or gait analysis performed Detailed lab invoice showing an itemized breakdown of the raw materials used to construct the orthotic

3 What s not covered? Orthotics: Stock items, off-the-shelf orthotics, and prefabricated devices such as cushioned heel cups or insoles Orthotics made from walking over a pressure pad or plate, making a footprint on an inkpad, or using your shoe size to provide a prefabricated sole or insert Orthotics purchased for comfort or sports/recreational activities Stock items Off-the-shelf and prefabricated models Soles or inserts Orthopedic shoes: Off-the-shelf walking or sports shoes Sandals Shoes purchased for comfort only (e.g., comfort shoes, walking shoes, running shoes Shoes purchased for sports or recreational activities Off-the-shelf, non-orthopedic footwear, such as walking shoes, sandals, comfort shoes, running shoes Hiking boots and work boots Is my coverage changing? Not at all. GSC will continue to reimburse eligible custom orthotics/shoe claims according to the provisions of your benefits plan. I have always gone to my physiotherapist or medical supply store to get my custom orthotics/orthopedic shoes. Why is GSC no longer paying for these providers? GSC conducted an extensive review of our custom orthotics/shoe policy and, based on best practices, has updated our policy to ensure that only certain health care professionals provide custom orthotics/shoes. If you go to an authorized provider for your custom orthotics/shoes and provide the required documentation, we will review your claim. Where can I find information about the policy? Visit our website at greenshield.ca > What s New > News for all the information you need about our new policy, including a checklist to take with you to your next appointment. The checklist will also assist you in submitting your claim to GSC. In addition, you can call a GSC customer service representative at from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. (ET) from Monday to Friday.

4 It s hard to remember all of the documentation required to submit a claim now. Is there a document that outlines what I need to know? Yes. We ve prepared this FAQ and a checklist to help you out. Please visit our website at greenshield.ca>what s New>News. How do I know that my health care practitioner has the right credentials for GSC to pay my claim? Ask your health care practitioner whether they have any of the following designations: Physician Chiropodist Pedorthist Podiatrist Orthotist Chiropractor Nurse Practitioner What is a custom orthotic? An orthotic is a removable insert worn inside of a shoe that helps provide support and alignment for your feet and legs, accommodates any foot abnormalities, or improves how your foot functions. Orthotics are prescribed to treat diagnosed medical conditions, such as structural weaknesses or deformities in your feet or legs, and to aid in the treatment of traumatic injuries, overuse syndromes, and complications from diseases such as diabetes. Once you receive your prescription for an orthotic, you must go to an authorized provider who will conduct an assessment of your condition. The orthotic is then custom made for you from scratch using raw materials based on a three-dimensional (3-D) cast made of your foot. What s the process for getting a custom orthotic made? Your health care professional will conduct a medical history assessment, a biomechanical examination, a gait analysis, and finally an orthotic evaluation all of which are necessary for the orthotics provider to perform the task of building a custom orthotic especially for you. Once your provider has determined the appropriate treatment for your specific condition, they will create a 3-D cast of your foot, which is specifically molded to the contours and shape of your foot. A proper 3-D cast

5 is necessary to create a truly custom made orthotic. Casting techniques include foam box casting, plaster of paris slipper casting, contact digitizing, and laser screening. Then the orthotic must be constructed from scratch, completely from raw materials, directly from the cast of your foot. You can usually pick up your custom-made orthotic a week after your assessment and casting. Your provider will have you try on the orthotic and will do another gait analysis with the orthotic inserted into your footwear in case modifications or adjustments to the orthotic are necessary to ensure it fits properly. Your provider will also talk to you about how to break in your orthotic, how long your orthotic is expected to last, as well as proper footwear fit and features. When are orthotics prescribed? Orthotics are prescribed to treat diagnosed medical conditions such as structural weaknesses or deformities, traumatic injuries, overuse, and complications from diseases such as diabetes. How are orthotics dispensed? If you are prescribed custom orthotics, you must go to a health care provider trained to assess, design, manufacture, and fit orthotics. Eligible providers are podiatrists, chiropodists, pedorthists, chiropractors, and orthotists. Why don t children under the age of five qualify for orthotics? According to the Pedorthic Association of Canada, orthotics are of very limited benefit for children under the age of five because many of the skeletal or soft tissue injuries that require treatment with custom-made orthotics do not occur until a person is older. GSC will not accept orthotics claims for children under the age of five, except for specific medical conditions. Please contact our Customer Service Centre prior to purchasing orthotics for children under five to see if they are eligible. What documents are required to get my orthotic claim reviewed? The following documents are required for GSC to review your orthotics claim: 1. A completed General Claim Submission Form (available on our website at greenshield.ca>what You Need>Forms) 2. A prescription from a physician, nurse practitioner, podiatrist, or chiropodist indicating your medical diagnosis

6 3. A copy of the biomechanical examination/gait analysis 4. A detailed lab invoice with a description of the casting technique used to create the orthotic Note that the orthotic must be dispensed by a podiatrist, chiropodist, pedorthist, chiropractor, or orthotist. What are orthopedic shoes? Orthopedic shoes are off-the-shelf, ready-made footwear manufactured by recognized and reputable orthopedic footwear manufacturers. Properly manufactured orthopedic shoes are used to accommodate, control, or support the therapeutic needs of a foot deformity or abnormality in the lower extremities. Orthopedic shoes can be prescribed to treat medical conditions such as bone deformities, neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis, injury from an accident, or foot complications caused by diabetes. Manufactured orthopedic shoes may be modified to accommodate foot abnormalities, an orthotic, or other device; however, they re not the same as custom orthopedic shoes. If you require an orthopedic shoe, it must be prescribed by an authorized health care professional and fitted by an authorized provider. The authorized provider will have the necessary expertise to assess your needs, select the best shoe, and ensure that it fits correctly. Who can dispense orthopedic shoes? If you are prescribed orthopedic shoes, you must go to an authorized provider trained to assess, design, modify, and fit orthopedic shoes. Eligible providers are podiatrists, chiropodists, pedorthists, chiropractors, and orthotists. What documents are required to get my orthopedic shoe claim reviewed? The following documents are required for GSC to review your claim: 1. A completed General Claim Submission Form (available on our website at greenshield.ca > What you Need > Forms) 2. A prescription from a physician, nurse practitioner, podiatrist, or chiropodist indicating the medical diagnosis 3. The orthopedic shoe must be dispensed by a podiatrist, chiropodist, pedorthist, chiropractor, or orthotist 4. A receipt indicating that payment was made in full and including the make and model of the orthopedic shoe

7 What are custom shoes? Custom footwear is prescribed when the severity of your foot condition cannot be accommodated by regular or modified orthopedic footwear and you cannot function without custom footwear. Custom footwear may be prescribed for people who have structural deformities, traumatic injuries, or post-surgical amputations. Who can dispense/manufacture custom shoes? The construction of custom footwear requires a high degree of specialized expertise from the provider. Patients must go to an authorized provider who will assess their condition, create a unique cast of their feet, and have the custom footwear manufactured from scratch using raw materials. Eligible providers are podiatrists, chiropodists, pedorthists, chiropractors, and orthotists. What documents are required to get my custom shoe claim reviewed? The following documents are required in order for GSC to review your claim: 1. An approved pre-authorization form called the Authorization Form for Prosthetic Appliances and Durable Medical Equipment (available on the GSC website at greenshield.ca>what you Need>Forms) 2. A completed General Claim Submission Form (available on our website at greenshield.ca>what you Need>Forms) 3. A prescription from a physician, nurse practitioner podiatrist, or chiropodist indicating the medical diagnosis 4. The custom shoe must be dispensed by a podiatrist, chiropodist, pedorthist, chiropractor, or orthotist 5. A receipt indicating that payment was made in full More questions? Please call us at from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. (ET) Monday to Friday.

8 GLOSSARY Biomechanical examination: Your provider will complete a hands-on evaluation of your lower limbs including your foot structure, alignment, strength, and range of motion to identify any abnormalities. Gait analysis: Your gait is simply the way you move when you walk. You will be asked to walk so that your provider can observe if there are any abnormalities in your gait that an orthotic could accommodate and/or correct. Medical history: Your provider will ask you many questions to gather a thorough history of your medical condition, including your symptoms, previous injuries, lifestyle (occupation, activities, etc.), and the type of footwear you wear. Orthotic evaluation: Based on your medical history, biomechanical examination, and gait analysis, your provider will determine treatment options and explain how the treatment will help with your specific needs. Pre-authorization process: A form must be completed by your attending physician and prescribed treatment expense must be pre-approved by GSC prior to any claims being submitted for custom shoes. As custom orthopedic shoes are a high-cost item, it is important that you follow this process to determine exactly what will be covered by your benefit plan. Podiatrist/Chiropodist: Podiatry or chiropody is a field of medicine that focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating conditions associated with the foot and ankle by medical, surgical or other means. Orthotist: A certified orthotist is specifically trained and educated to design, fabricate and fit orthoses. Pedorthist: A certified pedorthist is an orthotic and orthopaedic footwear expert trained in the assessment of lower limb anatomy and muscle and joint function.

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